Day-Ahead Power Trader

Guzman Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Parking or RTD pass subsidy

Gym membership

Job summary

Guzman Energy in Denver, CO seeks a Day-Ahead Power Trader to strengthen our short-term trading operations. You will mentor the Real-Time desk, guide trading decisions, and coordinate responses during volatile markets.

Responsibilities include DA/cash and intraday trading across Western markets, working with RT and cash traders to align strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This is an in-person, full-time role based in Denver with 12-hour shift flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering, finance, or related quantitative field.
• 2–5 years of real-time power trading, system operations, or energy market analytics.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to direct a team in real-time.
• Proficiency with trading platforms such as OATI WebTrader, webSmartOASIS, webSmartTag and Microsoft Excel.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts (overnights, weekends, holidays) in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a peer-leader of the Real-Time desk, supporting traders during 24/7 operations.
• Provide daily mentorship, trade guidance, and feedback to enhance performance and decision quality.
• Coordinate during market volatility to ensure clear communication and aligned responses.
• Execute DA/cash, hourly, and intraday power trades across Western markets and ISO/RTOs.

Skills

Real-time trading

Team leadership

Market analysis

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field

Tools

OATI WebTrader

webSmartOASIS

webSmartTag

Excel

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Guzman Energy | Denver, CO | Full-Time, In-Person

About Guzman Energy

Guzman Energy is a wholesale power provider dedicated to revolutionizing the energy landscape through innovative solutions and community partnerships. Serving cooperatives, municipalities, and tribes across North America, and data centers, hospitals, and large loads in those communities, we combine entrepreneurial spirit with deep industry expertise to create value in complex energy markets. Our team of approximately 80 professionals is committed to providing competitive pricing and reliable service for our customers.

Position Overview

Guzman Energy is seeking a Day-Ahead Power Trader to support and strengthen our short-term trading operations. This role focuses on DA/cash and intraday trading, providing peer leadership, situational coordination, and tactical decision support to the Real-Time desk during fast-moving market conditions. While not a formal manager, the Day-Ahead Power Trader acts as a mentor, strategy driver, and first point of coordination on the desk when markets are active. The ideal candidate is an experienced RT or cash power trader who thrives under volatility, collaborates effectively, and leads by example. This role provides an opportunity to grow into future leadership positions within Guzman Energy while influencing the culture and performance of the short-term trading team.

Key Responsibilities

Desk Leadership & Team Support

• Serve as a peer-leader of the Real-Time desk, supporting traders during 24/7 operations
• Provide daily mentorship, trade guidance, and constructive peer feedback to enhance performance and decision quality
• Act as the coordinating point during periods of market volatility, ensuring clear communication and aligned trading responses
• Promote a high-performance culture consistent with Guzman Energy’s mission and trading principles

Cash & Real-Time Trading Operations

• Execute DA/cash, hourly, and intraday power trades across Western markets and applicable ISO/RTOs
• Coordinate closely with Real-Time Traders to ensure alignment between cash, intraday, and real-time positions
• Monitor system conditions, load deviations, and market signals to manage short-term risk and capture near-term opportunities
• Support accurate transmission procurement, E-tagging, and scheduling, ensuring reliability and compliance with NERC, ISO/RTO, and Risk Management policies
• Work with RT and cash/term traders to align short-term strategy across DA and RT horizons
• Identify, communicate, and execute value-enhancing opportunities within the cash and intraday windows
• Provide actionable market insights, pricing perspectives, and feedback to the Manager of Real-Time Trading
• Contribute to shaping desk processes, playbooks, and tactical trading approaches

Compliance, Reporting, & Performance

• Ensure all trades comply with applicable regulatory, market, and corporate standards
• Support desk reporting, dashboards, market notes, and after-action reviews
• Collaborate with peers on data-driven performance assessments and process improvements
• Uphold high standards of operational discipline, reliability, and communication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or a related quantitative discipline
• 2–5 years of experience in real-time power trading, system operations, or energy market analytics
• Proven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic trading environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to direct a team in real-time
• Proficiency with trading platforms such as OATI WebTrader, webSmartOASIS, and webSmartTag, as well as Microsoft Excel
• Ability and willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts (including overnights, weekends, and holidays) as part of a 24/7 operation

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory, peer-leadership, or team lead experience in a trading or operations environment
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO markets such as CAISO, ERCOT, SPP, MISO, and PJM
• Certifications such as NERC or PJM are a plus
• Technical skills (Python, R, SQL, or dashboard tools) for data-driven decision making
• Strong understanding of NERC reliability standards and energy scheduling protocols
• Demonstrated ability to make fast, informed decisions in high-pressure settings
• Alignment with Guzman Energy’s mission to deliver innovative, equitable, and sustainable energy solutions

What the Guz Offers

• Competitive base salary: $115,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience and Denver, CO market rate
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO policy
• Parking or RTD pass subsidy
• Complimentary gym membership in office building

This position is based in our Denver office with an in-person work requirement. Our collaborative culture values innovation, integrity, & impact. You will work in a modern office environment alongside passionate professionals committed to transforming the energy industry.

This position will be open through September 30, 2026.

Guzman is an equal opportunity employer and hires without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, citizenship, national origin, marital, military and veteran status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.